About this property
The Central Vermont Railroad Pier is a historic pier on State Pier Road in New London, Connecticut, built in 1876. It originally served as an interchange point between ocean-going freighters and the rail network of the Central Vermont Railroad. It is the only 19th-century pier in Connecticut. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2005.
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Federal Designation
The National Register of Historic Places, administered by the National Park Service, is the United States federal government's official list of districts, sites, buildings, structures, and objects deemed worthy of preservation for their historical, architectural, archaeological, engineering, or cultural significance. Listing on the National Register recognizes a property's importance to American history but does not place restrictions on private owners; it does, however, make properties eligible for federal historic preservation tax incentives and enables consideration in federal planning decisions. This property is recorded in the National Register under reference number 04001551. It was listed on January 26, 2005.
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Property data from the National Register of Historic Places, National Park Service (public domain).
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Questions about this property
When was Central Vermont Railroad Pier listed on the National Register?
Central Vermont Railroad Pier was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on January 26, 2005.
What type of historic resource is Central Vermont Railroad Pier?
Central Vermont Railroad Pier is classified as a structure in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Central Vermont Railroad Pier?
The period of significance for Central Vermont Railroad Pier is recorded as the civil_war era, specifically around 1876.
Can I research the history near Central Vermont Railroad Pier?
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